Marking a new era in Texas politics, Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick were sworn in on a bright sunny Tuesday, so we ease into this week’s playlist off the news with pianist Bill Evans’ solo rendition of “On a Clear Day.”
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Patrick Sets Committees; Taylor Gets Education
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s office on Friday announced new committee members. Among the new chairs: State Sen. Larry Taylor, R-Friendswood, who will lead the Senate Education Committee.
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Roundup: Perry, Pomp and Patrick’s Senate
In the Roundup: Rick Perry performs one of his last acts as governor, the inauguration of Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick brings thousands to Austin, and the Senate votes to do away with a 70-year-old tradition.
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With Change in Procedure, Senate Democrats Lose Clout
With a new lieutenant governor installed for the first time in over a decade Wednesday — and over the cries of Democrats — the Texas Senate voted to break from an almost 70-year tradition intended to encourage compromise among its members.
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The Brief: Jan. 21, 2015
A day of festivities surrounding the inauguration of Texas’ newest governor, Greg Abbott, and lieutenant governor, Dan Patrick, ended with the traditional black tie gala.
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Black Tie Gala Closes Out Texas Inaugural Festivities
Three different musical acts — along with six cash bars — entertained an estimated 10,000 guests including lawmakers from both parties, legislative staff, Capitol lobbyists and some of the state’s top political donors.
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Video: Inauguration Celebration a Daylong Party
Texans celebrated the inauguration of Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick with plenty of fanfare Tuesday in Austin. Here’s a look at some of the festivities and what the new officials said about how they’ll lead.
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Companies Linked to Patrick’s New Advisers Spend Millions Lobbying
The companies owned and operated by many of the people Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has appointed to his new advisory council heavily lobby the Legislature and rake in millions of dollars in state contracts.
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Livestream: A Conversation With Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick
We’re livestreaming our conversation Tuesday with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. The interview starts at 8 a.m. Central time.
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Slideshow: Inauguration Day
This slideshow features the work of our photographers, who covered Tuesday’s parade, speeches and inauguration of Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, along with the inaugural ball at the Austin Convention Center.
